The heat hadn’t died down yet from the humiliating defeat to Rangers when Celtic manager Ronny Deila announced his intention to stand down from his position at the end of the season. The Norwegian said in his press conference that the decision had been in the making for a couple of weeks, however it can only be assumed that last Sunday’s Scottish Cup semi-final defeat was the last straw.
The 40 year old said one of his main reasons for quitting is the lack of development in the side since the last six months. Deila immediately won the fans over almost two seasons ago when he replaced Neil Lennon with the vow to bring attractive pressing football to the club. Unfortunately, his vision was not matched with reality as Celtic have been seen by some as a team in regression. There will be various extra reasons for Deila’s decision to move...

And on that cue it's time for me to wave farewell in what was a thoroughly intriguing affair. Celtic, heartless on the evening. Malmo, in contrast, were relentless. Europe awaits for the Swede's, but they'll cherish this moment for years to come. Malmo, though, have generated a proclivity for...